Part Time Advocate

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
About the Organization DRNY, the Protection and Advocacy System and the Client Assistance Program for New York State is seeking an individual with a passion for achieving justice for individuals with disabilities. With a focus on civil rights and disability justice, DRNY actively works to break down the systemic oppression of all people with disabilities. DRNY recognizes the intersecting legacies and effect of ableism, white supremacy, colonial capitalism, and gendered oppression on people with disabilities. Joining DRNY is an opportunity to challenge systemic abuse, neglect, discrimination, and rights violations through case-handling, individual and systemic litigation, public investigations, advocacy, and collaboration with stakeholders. DRNY is a civil rights advocacy leader and we are seeking new staff who will contribute to our values and mission.
Description Under the supervision of an Attorney, the Advocate will provide legal services and engage in individual and systemic advocacy on behalf of individuals with disabilities. The Advocate is expected to report to the PAIMI program initially and different programs thereafter as needed.
Essential Functions Assist people with disabilities in advocacy and systems change efforts.
Conduct client and other interviews, identify issues, determine a course of action, develop and implement appropriate advocacy strategies, negotiate solutions to problems, and facilitate self-advocacy, when appropriate;
Consult with people with disabilities, family members, advocacy groups, and others to identify barriers for people with disabilities and identify strategies to address such barriers and issues;
Support DRNY projects and initiatives that foster self-determination, self-advocacy, and coalition building;
May be asked to provide multilingual client support
Develop training and education materials and conduct training and outreach activities;
Keep informed on advocacy strategies, technology advances, and other best practices;
Maintain accurate, confidential files documenting advocacy services provided;
Be available to travel, throughout New York State and outside of New York State as necessary to perform assigned job tasks; Qualifications Bachelor's degree required;
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite;
Ability to provide education and training to large groups;
Strong relationship-building skills;
Multilingual skills preferred;
Must be a New York State resident; Work and reside in New York State consistent with DRNY's policies.
Working Conditions An Advocate usually performs work remotely or in an office environment, but the mission of the organization may sometimes take an Advocate to non-standard workplaces. An Advocate will be expected to travel within and outside the state as necessary.
The annualized salary range for the Advocate position is between $52,000 and $80,000.
DRNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees. This includes employer-paid premiums for health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. Full-time employees also receive generous paid time off benefits and are eligible for our SEP IRA and 403 (b) retirement plans.
To view more about our organization, check out our YouTube videos highlighting DRNY's mission in advocating for the civil rights of individuals with disabilities. Please visit our DRNY YouTube Channel and review our DRNY Press Releases .
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time
Location Disability Rights New York - Rochester
Position Advocate PAIMI 2026
This position is currently accepting applications.

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